1959 Saab 95 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Saab 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Saab 95 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1959 Saab 95. (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1959 Saab 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1959 Saab 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Saab 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Saab 95. (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Saab 95. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1959 Saab 95 has manual transmission. 1959 Saab 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Saab 95 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 95 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 841 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
